When we eat food, our stomach produces acid to help digest it. A meal can stay in the stomach for up to 4 hours. Our stomach has a lining which protects it from the acid. In some cases, the stomach acid rises up into the oesophagus (food pipe) and throat where we don’t have a protective lining, causing a burning sensation in the chest and/or a bitter acidic taste in the mouth or throat. This is Heartburn (also referred to as Acid Reflux) and is a common condition affecting many people. Heartburn can also result in sleepless nights because of the pain and discomfort.

Heartburn

When we eat food, our stomach produces acid to help digest it. A meal can stay in the stomach for up to 4 hours. Our stomach has a lining which protects it from the acid. In some cases, the stomach acid rises up into the oesophagus (food pipe) and throat where we don’t have a protective lining, causing a burning sensation in the chest and/or a bitter acidic taste in the mouth or throat. This is Heartburn (also referred to as Acid Reflux) and is a common condition affecting many people. Heartburn can also result in sleepless nights because of the pain and discomfort.

The term “indigestion” encompasses a range of digestive symptoms and is a common problem that affects many people, usually after eating or drinking. It is generally associated with pain or discomfort felt in stomach. It is caused by stomach acid coming in contact with the sensitive, protective lining of the digestive system. The acid breaks down the protective lining, which leads to irritation and soreness.

Indigestion

The term “indigestion” encompasses a range of digestive symptoms and is a common problem that affects many people, usually after eating or drinking. It is generally associated with pain or discomfort felt in stomach. It is caused by stomach acid coming in contact with the sensitive, protective lining of the digestive system. The acid breaks down the protective lining, which leads to irritation and soreness.

Gaviscon Double Action tablets/liquid/liquid sachets & Gaviscon Original/Liquid Sachets for heartburn and indigestion. Always read the label. If symptoms are severe or prolonged you should consult a doctor or pharmacist. Medicines can affect the unborn baby. Always talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine during pregnancy.